McDonogh 15

Affectionately known as "The Little Red School House," McDonogh 15 School for the Creative Arts is part of the national Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) network of schools and is located in the French Quarter just off Bourbon Street. McDonogh 15 is a haven for students who rhyme to arithmetic, draw the dinosaur age and sing the state capitals – cultivating the next generation of famous New Orleans artists, scholars and leaders.

The Little Red School House suffered structural damage during Hurricane Katrina. Despite efforts from the teachers, students, and parents… much work still needed to be done to get the school ready for the start of the 2006-2007 school year. Funds were raised for needed renovations, including the renovation of the school's bathrooms and the repair of one of the school's major staircases.

Beyond the structural improvements, the CTF also instituted an annual scholarship program to provide high school scholarships to deserving 8th grade students each year– which will amount to $15,000 per student's 4-year high school career. The winning scholars now have the financial assistance to attend area private schools focused on the creative and musical arts with added emphasis on the pursuit of higher education.